Obituaries

Ruth Rosalie Sprout

Ruth Rosalie Sprout

Oct 1, 2026

Ruth Sprout, 100, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026, at the Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born on Monday, May 17, 1926, Ruth was the daughter of the late Derk George Walker Roberts, Sr. and Lois (Lightner) Petrontonio. She was a vibrant spirit who loved country music and animals.

Ruth is survived by three daughters, Linda Myers, Donna Bowers,...

Linda Lee Hamilton

Linda Lee Hamilton

Sep 30, 2026

Linda Lee Hazlett Hamilton passed away on September 30, 2026. Linda was born on Wednesday, December 29, 1948, to the late Heber L. and Lydia V. Heberlig Hazlett. In addition to her parents, Linda is predeceased by her niece, Linda Sue Shearer, youngest son Scott Heber Hamilton, her oldest sister Dorothy and husband George D Shearer, brother-in-law Edward C. Kielkopf...

Joseph Jay Tocco

Joseph Jay Tocco

Sep 30, 2026

Joseph "Joe" J. Tocco was born on March 1st, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Joseph Tocco and Pauline (Gelnett) Tocco.

Joe was a man of few words, but you never had to guess what his opinion was. While often reserved, his knowledge spanned innumerous areas of expertise and his quick-tongued, sarcastic innuendos made you always chuckle under your breath....

Robert L. Clark, Sr.

Robert L. Clark, Sr.

Sep 30, 2026

Robert L. Clark, Sr., 84, of Shippensburg, formerly of Nashua, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Green Ridge Village in Newville. Born on Sunday, April 5, 1942, in Boston, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Dana Clark and Bertha V. Clark. Robert was a diesel mechanic for Blue Line Express in Nashua, New...

Sherry A Miller

Sherry A Miller

Sep 28, 2026

Sherry A Miller, 77, of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026 at John Hopkin's Hospital.

She was born June 23, 1949 in Harrisburg, PA, the daughter of the late John Quincy Adams and Mary Louise (Gregory) Adams. She married Gary R. Miller on December 7, 1968: he preceded her in death in 2013.

She graduated from Biglerville...

Robert G Reecher

Robert G Reecher

Sep 24, 2026

Robert G. Reecher, 71, of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at the Laurel Lakes Nursing & Rehab Center.

Robert was born April 17, 1955 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Norman G. Reecher and Kathryn E. (Baker) Reecher. He married Deborah J. (Plank) Reecher; she survives.

Robert was a l973 graduate of Gettysburg High School. He...

Michael Jude Sutch

Michael Jude Sutch

Sep 23, 2026

Michael Jude Sutch, 67, of Shippensburg, entered into Gods eternal care on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his home. Born on February 1, 1959, in Altoona, he was the son of Julia Jean (Hitchings) and the late Thomas Leo Sutch. Michael had a bachelor's degree and worked as a restaurant manager for most of his working career. He was an...

Wendi M. Lawver

Wendi M. Lawver

Sep 20, 2026

Wendi M. Lawver, 49, of Three Springs, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at her home. Born on December 23, 1976, she was the daughter of Mary Martin and the late Garrett Martin.

Wendi enjoyed journaling, riding four wheelers, and spending time with her family.

In addition to her mother, Wendi is survived by one daughter, Nevaeh Lawver; her fiancé...

Doris E. Lucabaugh

Doris E. Lucabaugh

Sep 19, 2026

Doris E. (Bere) Lucabaugh, York Springs, PA

Doris E. (Bere) Lucabaugh, 89, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Tree of Life Personal Care Home in Hanover, PA. She was born Sunday, March 28, 1937, the daughter of the late Ralph E. Bere and Emma E. (Slaybaugh) Bere of York Springs, PA.

Doris graduated from Biglerville High School in 1955. She...

Donald George Shaffer

Donald George Shaffer

Sep 19, 2026

Donald G. Shaffer, 91, of Biglerville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital. Born on February 22, 1935 in Fairfield, he was the son of the late Luther Shaffer and Margaret (Mickley) Shaffer.

Donald is survived by three children, Kathy Morrow, Wayne Shaffer and Kay Redding and husband, Donald, all of Biglerville; six grandchildren, Matthew Morrow...

Charles Wesley Goodrich

Charles Wesley Goodrich

Sep 15, 2026

Charles Wesley Goodrich, age 83, of Aspers, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, surrounded by his family at home.

He was born on January 25, 1943, in Scranton, a son of Ernest and Evelyn (Ross) Goodrich. Chuck proudly served his country for three years in the U.S. Army. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the...

Cassandra Tobara Pulig

Cassandra Tobara Pulig

Sep 14, 2026

Cassandra Tobara Pulig, age 79 of Biglerville, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, at her home.

She was born on January 13, 1947, in Evanston, Illinois, a daughter of George and Sylvia (Ryer) Tobara. She married William Pulig on October, 20, 1976, in Detroit, Michigan. Cassandra had her PhD., and was a scientist. She loved spending time with her family.

She...

Michael Dean Shaffer

Michael Dean Shaffer

Sep 13, 2026

Michael Dean Shaffer, age 69, of Biglerville, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at the Gettysburg Hospital

He was born on April 10, 1957, in Mechanicsburg. His parents were Wanda Ruth Shaffer (Seymour) and Dean Shaffer. He graduated from Biglerville High School Class of 1975. He retired from Kennie's Market in Biglerville. He enjoyed woodworking, spending time with family and...

Geraldine Ann Raub

Geraldine Ann Raub

Sep 12, 2026

Geraldine Ann Raub, age 84, of Bendersville, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center after a brief illness.

She was born on January 18, 1942, in Springfield, Ohio, a daughter of Theodore I. and Marjorie R. (Roberts) Swift. She married William Raub who survives. She worked as an office manager for AT&T for 23...

Shelvie Jean Beam

Shelvie Jean Beam

Sep 12, 2026

Shelvie Jean Beam, age 88, of Newville, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Carlisle.

She was born on May 13, 1938, in Carlisle, a daughter of Ivan and Bertha (Gardner) Rickrode. On January 17, 1957, she married Carl Cletus Beam and together they spent 68 loving years together before his passing on December...

Mary K. Plank

Mary K. Plank

Sep 11, 2026

Mary K. Plank, 89, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026. Born on April 18, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Blaine and Margaret Bollinger Shindledecker. Mary dedicated many years of her life serving as a certified nurse's aide, providing compassionate care to those in need. She also enjoyed sewing and making crafts.

Mary is survived by...

Mark Alan Stoddard

Mark Alan Stoddard

Sep 11, 2026

Mark Alan Stoddard, 66, of Gardners, beloved husband of the late Beryl E. (Starner) Stoddard, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026 at his home. Born on December 19, 1959 in Torrington Connecticut, he was the son of the late George Otis Stoddard, Sr. and Sandra Elizabeth (Robinson) Stoddard.

Mark is survived by two daughters, Tammy Stoddard Martin and her husband,...

Zeal Edward Hinkle

Zeal Edward Hinkle

Sep 10, 2026

Zeal Edward Hinkle, 60, of Abbottstown, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026. Born on February 27, 1966, Zeal was the son of Zeal Harvey Hinkle and the late Katherine Louise (Watts) Smith. Zeal enjoyed sprint car racing and spending time with his family.

In addition to his father, surviving are three sons, Jacob Hinkle, Wyatt Hinkle, Daryl Hinkle; three brothers,...

Eduardo Ruiz Ruiz

Eduardo Ruiz Ruiz

Sep 8, 2026

Es con profundo pesar que anunciamos el fallecimiento de Eduardo Ruiz Ruiz, quien nos dejó inesperadamente el 8 de septiembre de 2026, a la edad de 33 años. Nacido el 23 de mayo de 1993, Eduardo era hijo de Raúl Ruiz Olayo y María E. Ruiz Herrera.

Además de sus padres, Eduardo deja una hija, Daleyza Ruiz - Díaz; tres hermanos;...

Clifford DeWayne Hogue Sr.

Clifford DeWayne Hogue Sr.

Sep 4, 2026

Clifford DeWayne Hogue Sr.

June 16, 1942 – September 4, 2026

Clifford DeWayne Hogue Sr., known to everyone as DeWayne, joined the heavenly choir when he passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026, at York Hospital, surrounded by the love of the family he spent his life building. He was 84.

Born June 16, 1942, in Cokeville, PA, DeWayne was the son of...